Scalp-massaging device



Jan. 14, 1930. H. R. WELLS 9 SCALP MAS SAGING DEVICE Filed May 25, 1927 Patented Jan. 14, 1 930 U N E T OFFICE SCALP-MASSAGING DEVICE Application filed May 25, 1927. SeiialNo. 194,110.

My invention relates to a scalp massaging device and has for its principal object the provision of a relatively simple, practical and easily manipulated device that may be effectively employed for massaging the scalp and the hair roots and follicles in order to in duce the growth of hair on the head and consequently counteract tendency to baldness. 7

A further object of my invention is to provide a scalp massaging device that includes a cap-like member of flexible elastic material, preferably rubber, and to equip the same with means whereby any particular areaor portion of the cap-like member may be reciprocated or oscillated so as to massage that particular portion of the scalp that is positioned directly beneath the manipulated area or section of the elastic covering member.

A further object of my invention is to provide a device of the character referred to that requires in its operation a gentle movement of the arms and shoulders of the user and which action serves as a mild form of exercise to increase the blood flow through the arms and shoulders and consequently increasing the circulation of blood to and through the scalp and which action, together with the massaging operation, is of material benefit in stimulating the growth of hair upon the scalp. 7

With the foregoing and other objects in view, my invention consists in certain novel features of construction and arrangement of parts that will hereinafter be more fully described and claimed and illustrated in the accompanying drawing, in which' Fig. 1 is a side elevational view of a scalp massaging device of my improved construction.

Fig. 2 is a cross section taken approximately on the line 22 of Fig. 1.

Fig. 3 is an elevational view of a modified form of the scalp massaging device.

Fig. 4 is an enlarged detail section taken on the line 44: of Fig. 2.

Fig. 5 is a detail section similar to Fig. i and showing a modified form of the flexible studs or projections that are provided on the inner surface of the massaging device.

Fig; 6 is a section taken on the line 66 of Fig. 1.

Referring by numerals to the accompanying drawings which illustrate a practical embodiment of my invention, 10 designates a cap-like member of such size and shape as to fit over the upper portion of a persons head and said member is preferably formed of soft elastic material such as rubber. V

The lower edge of the cap-like member 10 terminates in a cushion 11, the thickness of which is slightly greater than the thickness of the wall of member 10 and said cushioning member is intended to fit fairly close upon the head of the user after the manner of a hat band. In order that this cushioning band may fit comfortably upon the wearers head, it is rendered comparatively soft and flexible by forming the inner portion 12 of the body of said cushion of sponge rubber.

In order that this cushioning band may not interfere with the free circulation of blood to and from the scalp, portions of said cushioning band are cut away or eliminated at points above the ears of thewearer and likewise at a central point where the band overlies the forehead, which points correspond with the positions of the principal arteries and veins that lead to and from the scalp.

Practically the entire wall of member 10 i is provided with apertures 13 of any size and shape and thus the cap-like member presents a reticulated or foraminous appearance and while the openings or apertures may be arranged in any desired manner, I prefer to arrange the same in rows and to space them at equal distances apart in both directions.

Formed integral with or fixed to the wall of the member 10 between the openings 13 are relatively short inwardly projecting studs or fingers 14 preferably of soft rubber or in some instances, these projections may be bristles of hair or the like.

These projections or bristles are adapted to make direct contact with the scalp of the user when the cap is properly positioned upon the head.

The: studs or fingers 14 may be of any desired size and shape, although I preferto Secured in any suitable manner to the external surface of the member lO at points between the openings 13, are flexible members 15 .such as cords or tapes, the same being ar-' ranged so that they will depend from the sides of the cap and in order that these flexible members may be conveniently retained in the hands, their lower ends may be knotted or provided with bead-like members 16;

The flexible members 15 are adapted to be manually engaged and drawn downward to impart movement to the corresponding portions of the reticulated cap member 10 and, as illustrated in Fig. 1, each flexible member may be directly connected to the body of the elastic cap, or as illustrated in Fig. 3, the upper portion of each flexible member may be divided and connected to two or three different points on the elastic cap.

In the use of my improved scalp massaging device,.the reticulated elastic cap is positioned on the head, as illustrated in Fig. 1, and the hands engage a number of the depending flexible members 15 on opposite sides sired results.

Obviously the cords or tapesr15 maybe drawn forwardly, backwardly or downward ly to bring about the desired results and it is the intention that a number of the cords be simultaneously grasped in the hands, and when pulling strains are impressed on said cords or tapes, the cap will be stretched at several different points, thereby producing massage action on the scalp that is similar to.

- the movements and pressure of the thumb and fingers.

In addition to providing'a simple and efiicient appliance for massaging the scalp,

my improved device may be advantageously employed in connection with medical compounds that may be applied to the scalp for the purpose of stimulating hair growth.

A scalp massaging device of my improved construction is comparatively simple, may be easily and cheaply produced and isvery effective in performing the functions for which it is intended.

It will be understood that minor changes in the size, form and construction of the various parts of my improved scalp massaging device may be made and substituted for those herein shown and described without departing from the spirit of my invention,

the scope of which is set forth in the appended claims.

I claim as my lnventionz 1. A scalp massaging device comprising a cap-like member formed of elastic material,

scalp engaging members projecting from the inner surface of said cap-like member and flexible members secured to the exterior of said cap-like member at different points thereon whereby predetermined portions of the cap-like member may be moved independently of the other portions of said member.

2. A scalp massaging device comprising a cap-like member formed of elastic material, flexible members secured to theexterior of said cap-like member at different points thereon whereby independent movement may be imparted to predetermined portions of said cap-like member and a series of soft flexible projections on the inner surface of said cap-like member.

3. A scalp massaging device comprising a reticulated cap-like member formed of elastic material, soft flexible projections on the inner surface thereof and means secured tosaid caplike member and arranged on the exterior thereof for simultaneously imparting variable puling strains to diflerentportions of said member.

4. A scalp massaging device comprising a reticulated cap-like member formed of elastic material, a cushioning band formed on said cap-like member adjacent to its lower end,

studs of soft flexible material projecting from the inner surface of said cap-like member and a plurality of pull cords attached at different points to the exterior of said cap-like member.

5. A scalp massaging device comprising a reticulated cap-like member formed of elastic material, scalp engaging members projecting from the inner surface of said cap-like member and manually 'engageable means connected to said cap-like member at difierent points whereby different portions of said member may be simultaneously moved in different directions.

In testimony whereof I afiix my signature.

HAROLD R. WELLS. 

